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2016-2017 Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Economics

  
  • EC 2702 - I.S.-Economics

    Hours: 2
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • EC 2703 - I.S.-Economics

    Hours: 3
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • EC 2704 - I.S.-Economics

    Hours: 4
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • EC 2705 - I.S.-Economics

    Hours: 5
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • EC 2711 - Special Topics-Economics

    Hours: 1
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EC 2712 - Special Topics-Economics

    Hours: 2
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EC 2713 - Special Topics-Economics

    Hours: 3
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EC 2714 - Special Topics-Economics

    Hours: 4
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EC 2715 - Special Topics-Economics

    Hours: 5
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None

Education

  
  • ED 1011 - Career Planning

    Hours: 1
    A course designed to involve students in a complete computer-based career information and planning system which has been designed to meet the career and educational planning needs of students; help students identify their interests, abilities, experiences, and work- related values and to understand the relationship of these self-variables to the complex world of work. They may also access large databases which contain up-to-date information about occupations and educational opportunities.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • ED 1012 - Career Planning

    Hours: 2
    A course designed to involve students in a complete computer- based career information and planning system which has been designed to meet the career and educational planning needs of students; help students identify their interests, abilities, experiences, and work-related values and to understand the relationship of these self-variables to the complex world of work. They may also access large databases which contain up-to-date information about occupations and educational opportunities.

    Prerequisite: No prerequisite.
  
  • ED 1041 - Peer Tutoring

    Hours: 1
    Peer Tutoring introduces students to effective tutoring techniques and explores current issues that affect the tutoring process. The course will address topics such as the role and responsibility of a peer tutor, approaches to setting up and conducting a tutoring session, methods for engaging students in the learning process (probing questions, active listening, adapting to differing learning styles) and encouragement of independent learning strategies (study skills, time management, use of resources). This course is required for Learning Center peer tutors and an elective for education majors.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • ED 1053 - Foundations in Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 3
    An introduction to the profession of early care and education including historical foundations, ethical guidelines, and trends. Licensing rules and regulation will be reviewed along with a broad range of current program and accreditation systems. Students will examine the qualities and skills necessary for working with young children and receive an overview of appropriate curriculum. Students will learn to observe and record the behavior, teacher, and environment of young children. Students will learn strategies to work effectively with families to meet the needs of the child. This course will provide 40 hours of training for a CDA.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • ED 1073 - Family, School & Community

    Hours: 3
    This course explores the impact of the community and society on children and families. Cultural and socio economic factors and the realities of the changing family and society including family systems, child rearing, and parenting styles are surveyed. Students will examine strategies to promote family and community involvement. Community agency programs and their benefits for parents will also be discussed.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • ED 1153 - Child Health, Nutrition & Safety

    Hours: 3
    This course is designed to give information about current concepts in the field of health, safety and nutrition for children birth to eight years old in relationship to their family and community. This course will prepare the early childhood educator to meet the physical needs of young children through the creation of a safe environment, planned routines, and positive experiences. Topics include health assessment, first aid, safety, basic nutrition, nutrition education, meals and snacks for children. This course will provide 40 hours of training for a CDA.

    Corequisite: EM 1000  
  
  • ED 1163 - Speech & Language Development of the Normal & Exceptional Child

    Hours: 3
    A study of the development of speech and language in the normal and exceptional child with a consideration of factors that contribute to or impair this development. Multicultural issues will be introduced.

    Lecture/Laboratory: Lecture
  
  • ED 1253 - Child Development

    Hours: 3
    This course is a study of human development from conception to age eight. It will provide an overview of physical, cognitive, social, emotional, creative, and language development with emphasis on interrelationship of growth and behavior of young children. Theories and philosophical viewpoints will be introduced to help students determine a personal philosophy of how children grow and learn. Students will observe children of different ages in a variety of settings using multiple assessment and data tools. This course will provide 40 hours of training for a CDA.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • ED 1273 - Child Observation & Assessment w/Field Experience

    Hours: 3
    This course consists of supervised observation in conjunction with classroom lecture. Students will complete a total of 2 hours/week of lecture/instruction and students will observe one child in a single facility for a total of 45 hours throughout the semester. The student, with the teacher, field advisor, and parent approval will observe one child with various developmentally appropriate observation methods. The culminating experience for this course will be the compilation of the observations into a full report on the child’s developmental level in each of the following areas: physical, creativity, social, emotional, cognitive, and language development. The students will meet with the instructor at the end of the semester to share experiences and bring closure to the observation to prepare for the internship.

    Prerequisite: ED 1253 , minimum grade C
  
  • ED 1283 - Technology for Early Childhood

    Hours: 3
    In this course students will learn how to integrate instructional and management technology into the B-3 grade programs. Students will study a variety of software programs, presentation technology, data collecting, business management and telecommunication tools. The focus will also be on social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology in the early childhood environment. Students will observe three (3) hours in a local early childhood program.

    Prerequisite: EN 1223  or EN 1233  
  
  • ED 1303 - CDA Capstone-Childcare Practicum

    Hours: 3
    Study of the ethical/professional factors in Early Childhood Education. Students will complete a Professional Portfolio along with other documents required to apply for the CDA Crediential. Students will complete 480 practicum hours in an Early Childhood Setting under the guidance of an early childhood educator. Students will develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for a successful and productive Early Childhood Career.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ED 1053 , ED 1153 , and ED 1253 
  
  • ED 2003 - Technology for Teachers

    Hours: 3
    In this course students will learn how to integrate instructional technology into the P-12 classrooms. Students will study a variety of software programs, presentation technology, and telecommunication tools. The focus will also be on social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology. Students will observe 3 hours in a local EMints classroom.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: MAI
    Prerequisite: EN 1223  or higher
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: MT 1303  or higher
  
  • ED 2013 - Infant & Toddler Curriculum & Field Experience

    Hours: 3
    This course is designed to survey and give students the knowledge and skills of a variety of curriculum, and teaching strategies needed to provide developmentally appropriate learning opportunities to children birth to 36 months of age. Application of intentional teaching for developmental and academic areas will be discussed. Reflection on students own practice to promote positive outcomes for children will be emphasized. Students will meet in class 3 hours per week with an additional 10 hours of field experience in a pre-approved child care setting with children birth to 36 months of age. Field Experience hours will address observing, documenting, and applying knowledge to create developmentally appropriate lesson plans for all children.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ED 2153  
  
  • ED 2023 - Emerging Language & Literacy

    Hours: 3
    An overview of early literacy based on appropriate literacy standards. Students will learn about emergent literacy such as emergent speaking, emergent writing, and emergent reading. Strategies for enhancing and assessing literacy curriculum in each of theses areas will be discussed. Family literacy and its importance will also be included in the coursework.

    Prerequisite: ED 1253 , minimum grade C
  
  • ED 2033 - Foundations of Education

    Hours: 3
    This course is designed to examine the historical, philosophical, sociological, political, economic, and legal foundations of American public education system. Students will explore the nature of school environments, design, and organization of school curricula and characteristics of effective schools and instruction in grades P-12. Educational structures, practices, and projections for the future will be studied.

    Prerequisite: EN 1223  
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ED 2003  
  
  • ED 2043 - Reading & Writing Instructional Skills

    Hours: 3
    This course focuses on what children should know and be able to do in English Language Arts. It includes research-based instructional strategies, activities and assessments aimed at improving student’s reading and writing abilities. Among the areas covered in reading are: phonological and phonemic awareness, decoding, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. Topics include the writing process, types and purposes of writing, and a variety of writing products. An emphasis will be placed on strategies for one-on-one and small group instruction.

    Prerequisite: ED 1253  ED 2003 ; minimum grade C
  
  • ED 2053 - Early Childhood Development Practicum

    Hours: 3
    The student will actively participate, under supervision for the minimum of 150 clock hours in a Head Start, accredited or public classroom setting. Students will observe and practicing developmentally appropriate teaching strategies with preschool children. Students will plan and implement curriculum components for yound children in conjunction with supervising teacher.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ED 2013  ED 2093  
  
  • ED 2063 - Child Guidance

    Hours: 3
    Strategies and approaches for guiding children through interaction and communication with effective environmental strategies and limit setting in an educational setting. Major trends and acceptable alternatives for guiding children as well as working with parents. (NAEYC: 4a; 4b)

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • ED 2083 - The Nature of Language

    Hours: 3
    The course is an introduction to linguistics, the study of language. The various aspects of language will be presented. Tools for analyzing basic linguistic structures will be introduced.

    Lecture/Laboratory: Lecture
  
  • ED 2093 - Preschool Curriculum & Field Experience

    Hours: 3
    This course is designed to survey and give students the knowledge and skills of a variety of curriculum and teaching strategies needed to provide developmentally appropriate learning opportunities for children 3 to 5 years of age. Application of intentional teaching for developmental and academic areas will be discussed. Reflection on students own practice to promote positive outcomes for children will be emphasized. Students will meet in class 3 ours per week with an additional 10 hours of field experience in an approved preschool Head Start of School District setting with children 3 to 5 years of age. The experience will address observing, documenting, and applying knowledge to creating developmentally appropriate curriculum for children 3 to 5 years of age.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ED 2153  
  
  • ED 2113 - Organization & Adminstration of Early Childhood Programs

    Hours: 3
    An examination of licensing, staffing, facilities, equipment, and material for early childhood programs. Course includes program development, personnel management, facilties/equipment concerns, parent involvement and community relationships. A study of the skills and techniques in managing early care and education programs, including legal and ethical issues, personnel management, advocacy, professionalism, planning and budgeting, parent education/partnerships, and CACFP food program.

    Prerequisite: ED 1053 , ED 1153 , ED 1253  (CDA courses).
  
  • ED 2123 - Teaching Professional/Field Experience

    Hours: 3
    The course is designed to introduce students to the requirements for teacher preparation and certification. In addition, students will examine characteristics of effective teaching. The course is also intended to assist students in determining if a career in teaching is an appropriate goal.

    Lecture/Laboratory: The course consists of both a lecture and field experience/observation in P-12 classrooms.
    Prerequisite: EN 1223  
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ED 2003  
  
  • ED 2133 - Literature for Children

    Hours: 3
    A study of literature written for children from preschool to sixth grade. The course is designed to acquaint the student with the best forms of literature for children and to develop standards of judgment in the selection of reading materials for children. Recommended for elementary education majors.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: HFA, GLB, WRT
    Prerequisite: EN 1223  or EN 1233 , minimum grade C
  
  • ED 2153 - Children With Special Needs

    Hours: 3
    This course will provide an overview of laws regarding children with special needs, developmentally appropriate curriculum, and current issues related to special needs children. Students will examine appropriate ways to gather data when teaching children with special needs. Students will study Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs) applying knowledge of differentiated instruction to individual case studies.

    Prerequisite: ED 1253  
  
  • ED 2163 - Paraeducators & Learning Environment

    Hours: 3
    The course focuses on the interactions taking place in the classroom and within the school system from the perspective of the paraeducator. Among the areas covered are: the changing nature of K-12 education in contemporary society; roles and responsibilities of paraeducator’s and teacher; federal and state laws and regulations; classroom and behavior management; instructional strategies to improve student learning; and the paraeducator’s role in assessment.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ED 2063 , minimum grade C
  
  • ED 2173 - Practicum Paraeducators Experience

    Hours: 3
    Directed experiences with children in a school setting. Student responsibilities will include assisting a teacher and implementing curriculum components for children.

    Corequisite: ED 2163  
  
  • ED 2191 - Program Capstone-Education AAS

    Hours: 1
    This capstone course is for the Early Childhood and ParaEducator AAS degree seeking students. Students will create a portfolio which is a required component of each degree. Course content will include a systematic analysis and review of each student’s portfolio. The course will cover career management topics along with exploration of employment opportunities. Students will take a content specific program assessment as a requirement of the course.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ED 2053  or ED 2173 
  
  • ED 2193 - Professionalism in Early Childhood Educ

    Hours: 3
    This capstone course is for Early Childhood AAS degree-seeking students. Students will create a portfolio connecting early childhood practices in the six NAEYC Professional Standards and Missouri Vocational Pathway Outcomes as a required component for this degree. Knowledge of ethical standards and other elements of professional guidelines will be examined. The course will cover career management topics (resume, interviewing skills, employment soft skills) along with exploration of employment opportunities. Completion of a program assessment is a requirement of this course.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ED 2053  
  
  • ED 2233 - Health for School Age Child

    Hours: 3
    A general course designed to develop proper attitudes and practices regarding health and wellness issues relating generally and specifically to the population in an elementary school. Health problems which require community action are given consideration. Course satisfies the state certification requirement for elementary education certification.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • ED 2413 - Educational Psychology

    Hours: 3
    This course is designed to help students relate the application of psychological principles to teaching, learning, and assessment and the educational practice in P-12 classrooms. It will focus on the learner and the learning process, teacher characteristics, and classroom processes that increase student motivation. Student diversity and appropriate instructional strategies for students with special needs will also be introduced. Students will observe 12 hours in the local schools.

    Prerequisite: ED 2123 
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ED 2033  & PY 2403  
  
  • ED 2443 - Education/Exceptional Learners

    Hours: 3
    This survey course is an introduction to exceptional learners and their education in grades P-12. Students will attain knowledge, skills, and dispositions that will enable them to work effectively with exceptional learners in general education or special education. Students will spend 12 hours observing in local Special Education classrooms.

    Corequisite: ED 2413  
  
  • ED 2451 - Program Capstone-Teaching

    Hours: 1
    This is the exit course for the Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree. Students will survey the options available to them after graduation in the workforce and higher education. Through an examination of their portfolio, students will assess their degree experience as it relates to their knowledge of the Missouri Standards for Professional Educators (MoSPE). Students must achieve a minimum passing score on all areas of the DESE General Education Assessment.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ED 2413 
  
  • ED 2701 - I.S.- Education

    Hours: 1
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • ED 2702 - I.S.-Education

    Hours: 2
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • ED 2703 - I.S.-Education

    Hours: 3
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • ED 2704 - I.S.-Education

    Hours: 4
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • ED 2705 - I.S.-Education

    Hours: 5
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • ED 2711 - Special Topics-Education

    Hours: 1
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • ED 2712 - Special Topics-Education

    Hours: 2
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • ED 2713 - Special Topics-Education

    Hours: 3
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • ED 2714 - Special Topics-Education

    Hours: 4
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • ED 2715 - Special Topics-Education

    Hours: 5
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • ED 2991 - Career Management

    Hours: 1
    This course is designed to provide students with the basic skills to manage their careers effectively. Topics covered include self assessment, conducting a job search; interviewing techniques; employment, correspondence, networking and research; acquiring web based skills; and resume and portfolio development for job search and career advancement. The course is required for all vocational degrees and certificates, should be taken the last or next to last semester prior to graduation, and is coordinated through the Career Services Office

    Prerequisite: None

Emergency Medical Technology

  
  • EM 0100 - Workshop/Seminar

    Hours: 0.5
    Introductory level course designed to upgrade or develop specific skills relative to current or anticipated employment.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EM 0101 - Workshop/Seminar

    Hours: 1
    Introductory level course designed to upgrade or develop specific skills relative to current or anticipated employment.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EM 0102 - Workshop/Seminar

    Hours: 2
    Introductory level course designed to upgrade or develop specific skills relative to current or anticipated employment.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EM 0103 - Workshop/Seminar

    Hours: 3
    Introductory level course designed to upgrade or develop specific skills related to current or anticipated employment.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EM 0200 - EMS CEU Seminar

    Hours: 0
  
  • EM 1000 - Pediatric First Aid/CPR

    Hours: 0
    Basic pediatric first aid course designed for the non-healthcare provider. Includes infant and child CPR. Students will receive a card good for two years.

    Corequisite: ED 1153  
  
  • EM 1011 - BLS/Hlthcare Providers

    Hours: 0.5
    This 8 hours course is designed to educate the professional rescuer or healthcare provider in techniques of Basic Life Support to include one- and two-man CPR in the adult patient, CPR for children and infants, pediatric safety, as well as relief of Foreign Body Airway Obstruction in all age groups. Course also covers use of barrier devices in rescue breathing and use of the Automated External Defibrillator. The class may include physical strain, emotional stress, and a possibility of cross infection because of manikin practice. Student should seek the advice of a physician to see they are medically fit for CPR training. Upon completion, an American Heart Association BLS card will be issued.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EM 1013 - First Responder

    Hours: 3
    This course provides emergency medical training at a basic level. A variety of skills are covered including Basic Life Support, patient assessment, splinting and bandaging. Clinical is not required. Upon completion, the student will be eligible to sit for the National Registry certification exam for First Responders.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EM 1028 - Emergency Medical Tech Lecture

    Hours: 8
    A course which provides training in the emergency care of the sick and injured. The course includes didactic, practical, and off-campus experiences. Those completing the course are eligible to take the National Registry examination to become registered and licensed as an EMT.

    Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in EN 0133  or appropriate placement score into EN 1223  or EN 1233 .
    Corequisite: EM 1051  
  
  • EM 1030 - Heartsaver First Aid

    Hours: 0.5
    Basic first aid course designed for the non healthcare provider. Includes CPR. Meets OSHA requirement for trained first aid response. Students will receive a card.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EM 1031 - ACLS (Adv Cardiac Life Supp)

    Hours: 1
    This 16 hour course is designed to educate the advanced level healthcare provider in the theory and techniques of managing the critically ill adult cardiovascular emergencies will be taught. Upon successful completion, an American Heart Association ACLS Provider card will be issued. Students must be advanced level practitioners or enrolled in a course of study leading to appropriate licensure.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of EM 1011  within past 2 years or Instructor Consent
  
  • EM 1032 - EMT Refresher

    Hours: 2
    EMT Refresher will meet national guidelines for 24 CEU’s. In addition, CPR for Healthcare Provider recertification will be included.

    Prerequisite: Current Licensure as EMT-Basic.
  
  • EM 1041 - Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support

    Hours: 1
    This 16 hour course is designed to instruct the prehospital care professional in theories and techniques of management of the trauma victim. Participants should be experienced prehospital or emergency care providers. Renewal is recommended every 4 years. An NAEMT PHTLS Provider certificate will be issued on successful completion.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EM 1046 - EMT-Basic Relicensure

    Hours: 6
    EMT-Basic Relicensure will meet all 100 CEU requirements to relicense in the state of Missouri. Students will attend select topics from the EM 1028  course.

    Prerequisite: Current licensure as an EMT-Basic.
  
  • EM 1050 - Pediatric First Aid/CPR

    Hours: 0.5
    Basic pediatric first aid course designed for the non-healthcare provided. Includes infant and child CPR. Students will receive a card good for two years.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EM 1051 - Emergency Medical Techician Clinical

    Hours: 1
    The clinical portion of the course which provides training in the emergency care of the sick and injured. The course includes didactic, practical, and off-campus experiences. Those completing the course are eligible to take the National Registry examination to become registered and licensed as an EMT.

    Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in EN 0133  or appropriate placement score into EN 1223  or EN 1233 .
    Corequisite: EM 1028  
  
  • EM 1064 - Introduction to Paramedic Techician Lecture

    Hours: 4
    This course is designed as a preparatory course for any student who will be enrolling in an upcoming paramedic class, or any EMT wishing to enhance current skills. The student will receive instruction in math, science, patho-physiology, assessment, documentation, and additional emergency medical training which will enhance existing job skills and provide a sound knowledge base for entrance into the paramedic training program.

    Prerequisite: EM 1028  EM 1051 , minimum grade C or consent of instructor.
  
  • EM 1072 - Introduction to Paramedic Technician Clinical

    Hours: 2
    This course is designed as a preparatory course for any student who will be enrolling in an upcoming paramedic class, or any EMT wishing to enhance current skills. The student will receive instruction in math, science, patho-physiology, assessment, documentation, and additional emergency medical training which will enhance existing job skills and provide a sound knowledge base for entrance into the paramedic training program. This course includes 100 hour ambulance clinical component to be completed outside of the classroom.

    Prerequisite: Current Missouri EMT-Basic Licensure
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: EM 1064  
  
  • EM 1111 - Paramedic 1 Lab

    Hours: 1
    EMS skills lab course for the practice and verification of skills needed for Paramedic Clinical courses.  Students will be expected to spend additional time outside of scheduled class time in the EMS Skills Lab.

    Corequisite: EM 1115  
  
  • EM 1115 - Paramedic 1

    Hours: 5
    The first half of a course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. Course includes didactic, skills laboratory, and practical experiences. Topics this semester include: health & wellness, pathophysiology, general pharmacology, legal issues, bioethics, airway management and advanced assessment.

    Prerequisite: EM 1064 , minimum grade C and acceptance into program
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: EM 1072  
  
  • EM 1131 - Paramedic 2 Clinical

    Hours: 1
    The clinical part of a course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. This course is in a series which prepares the student for competent practice as an entry-level paramedic. Topics include: health & wellness, pathophysiology, general pharmacology, legal issues, bioethics, airway management, and advanced assessment.

    Prerequisite: EM 1115  
    Corequisite: EM 1135  
  
  • EM 1135 - Paramedic 2

    Hours: 5
    The second half of a course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. Course includes didactic, skills laboratory, and practical experiences. Topics this semester include: health & wellness, pathophysiology, general pharmacology, legal issues, bioethics, airway management, and advanced assessment.

    Prerequisite: EM 1115  and EM 1111  , minimimum grade C
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: EM 1131  
  
  • EM 1152 - Paramedic Refresher Clinical

    Hours: 2
    Opportunities are provided for paramedics to enhance practical skills through supervised hospital and/or EMS agency clinical experiences. May be repeated.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
  
  • EM 1153 - EMS Educator Workshop

    Hours: 3
    A study of the basic theories of learning and methods of instruction. The use of lectures, demonstrations, and visual aids as applied to the instruction of emergency medical services students are illustrated. Practice is provided in the use and development of lesson plans, visual aids, evaluations, internet content, and other teaching devices. Each student’s application of teaching procedure is critically discussed and evaluated.

    Prerequisite: Instructor Consent
  
  • EM 1215 - Paramedic 3

    Hours: 5
    First half of a course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. This course is in a series which prepares the student for competent practice as a entry-level paramedic. Course includes didactic skills laboratory, and practical experiences. Topics this semester include: cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, endocrinology, toxiocology, and trauma assessment and treatment.

    Prerequisite: EM 1135  and EM 1131 , minimum grade C
    Corequisite: EM 1221  
  
  • EM 1221 - Paramedic 3 Clinical

    Hours: 1
    The clinical part of the first half of a course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. This course is in a series which prepares the student for competent practice as a entry-level paramedic. Course includes didactic skills laboratory, and practical experiences. Topics this semester include: cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, endocrinology, toxiocology, and trauma assessment and treatment.

    Prerequisite: EM 1115 , EM 1135  and EM 1131 ; minimum grade C
    Corequisite: EM 1215  
  
  • EM 1231 - Paramedic 4 Clinical

    Hours: 1
    The clinical part of the second half of a course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. This course is in a series which prepares the student for competent practice as a entry-level paramedic. Course includes didactic skills laboratory, and practical experiences. Topics this semester include: cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, endocrinology, toxicology, and trauma assessment and treatment.

    Prerequisite: EM 1215  EM 1221 ; minimum grade C
    Corequisite: EM 1235  
  
  • EM 1235 - Paramedic 4

    Hours: 5
    The second half of a course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. This course is in a series which prepares the student for competent practice as a entry-level paramedic. Course includes didactic skills laboratory, and practical experiences. Topics this semester include: cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, endocrinology, toxicology, and trauma assessment and treatment.

    Prerequisite: EM 1215  EM 1221 ; minimum grade C
    Corequisite: EM 1231  
  
  • EM 1323 - Paramedic 6

    Hours: 3
    A course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. Fourth course in a series which prepares the student for competent practice as an entry-level paramedic. Course includes seminar-based meetings in preparation for National Registry Examinations, career management, and continuing opportunities to apply knowledge and skills in the clinical and field settings. On successful completion of all four semesters and field internship, student will be eligible to take the National Registry Examination to become registered and licensed as a paramedic.

    Prerequisite: EM 1325  EM 1331 ; minimum grade C
  
  • EM 1325 - Paramedic 5

    Hours: 5
    A course which provides education in emergency care and advanced life support techniques for the sick and injured. Third course in a series which prepares the student for competent practice as an entry-level paramedic. Course includes didactic, skills laboratory, and practical experiences. Topics this semester includes: OB/GYN/Neonatal, pediatrics, geriatrics, psychiatry, assessment-based management, and ALS scene management.

    Prerequisite: EM 1235  EM 1231 ; minimum grade C
    Corequisite: EM 1331  
  
  • EM 1331 - Paramedic 5 Clinical

    Hours: 1
    Opportunities are provided for students to apply knowledge and skills learned in the classroom. Students will work with experienced field preceptors in the prehospital setting to perform patient assessment and hone clinical skills.

    Prerequisite: EM 1235 , EM 1231 ; minimum grade C
    Corequisite: EM 1325  
  
  • EM 1341 - Paramedic Field Internship Continuation

    Hours: 1
    A completion of the paramedic field internship (EM 1332 ). Students are granted one additional semester to complete any remaining clinical objectives required for course completion and preparation for National Registry testing. Students are expected to have completed all hospital and field clinical and internship requirements by the end of this course.

    Prerequisite: EM 1332  or instructor consent
  
  • EM 1351 - Pediatric Advanced Life Support

    Hours: 1
    The 16 hour provider course is designed to educate the advanced level healthcare provider in the theory and techniques of managing the critically ill pediatric patient. The algorithm approach to management of pediatric emergencies will be taught. Course should be repeated every two years, according to the American Heart Association standards. An AHA PALS Provider card will be issued upon successful completion.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of EM 1011  within past 2 years of Instructor approval
  
  • EM 1353 - Paramedic Refresher

    Hours: 3
    A course designed to meet one-third of the requirements for relicensure as a paramedic. Content covers the core requirements for paramedic continuing education as described by the National Registry of EMT’s. Didactic and practical experiences will be provided. May be repeated. Internet-based course is available. This course may also be taken for re-entry requirements or preparation for repeat of initial licensure examinations. Upon completion of this course, the student will be issued a CEU certificate that states “Paramedic Refresher”. Students should be aware that the NREMT limits the amount of distance education units to 10 per re-licensure period. Missouri Unit of EMS has no limits on distance education that can be used for re-licensure.

    Prerequisite: EM 1323  or Instructor Consent
  
  • EM 1705 - I.S.-EMT-P Review

    Hours: 5
    A course which provides remedial study in designated areas for the EMT-Paramedic candidate not meeting the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services practical skills abilities. For each semester hour enrolled, the student will be required to spend a minimum of two hours per week. May be repeated.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
  
  • EM 1710 - I.S.-EMT-P Review

    Hours: 10
    A course which provides remedial study in designated areas for the EMT-Paramedic candidate not meeting the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services practical skills abilities. For each semester hour enrolled, the student will be required to spend a minimum of two hours per week. May be repeated.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
  
  • EM 2701 - I.S.-EMT

    Hours: 1
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • EM 2702 - I.S.-EMT

    Hours: 2
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • EM 2703 - I.S.-EMT

    Hours: 3
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • EM 2704 - I.S.-EMT

    Hours: 4
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
  
  • EM 2705 - I.S.-EMT

    Hours: 5
    A specialized program of study directly related to the department’s area of expertise. The course is arranged between a faculty member and student and takes into consideration the needs, interests and background of the student.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
  
  • EM 2711 - Special Topics-EMT

    Hours: 1
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EM 2712 - Special Topics-EMT

    Hours: 2
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EM 2713 - Special Topics-EMT

    Hours: 3
    Coures are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EM 2714 - Special Topics-EMT

    Hours: 4
    Coures are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None
  
  • EM 2715 - Special Topics-EMT

    Hours: 5
    Courses are offered to accommodate special interests of students and/or faculty. Typically, the course will cover new material not currently contained in the curriculum at ECC.

    Prerequisite: None

Engineering

  
  • EG 1103 - Introduction to Engineering Design

    Hours: 3
    Introduction to a systematic approach to engineering design (problem clarification, concept generation, prototyping methods, engineering ethics) and fundamental design communication techniques. Computer aided design tools are intoduced to assist in design analysis.

    Gen Ed Skill Type: VAL
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: MT 1505 , minimum grade C
  
  • EG 2003 - Engineering Mechanics-Statics

    Hours: 3
    A study of the application of the principles of mechanics to engineering problems of equilibrium. Topics include resultant, equilibrium in two and three dimensions, friction, trusses, center of gravity and moment of inertia.

    Prerequisite: PH 2103  PH 2112 , minimum grade C
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: MT 2205 , minimum grade C
 

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